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Za and Ayn

Meaning

A short sequential lesson with examples and review cards.

Explanation

Za is an emphatic interdental sound. Ayn comes from the middle throat and has no exact English equivalent.

Za

ظ

Za

The letter Za

Forms: ظ ظـ ـظـ ـظ. Core sound: emphatic dh.

Ayn

ع

Ayn

The letter Ayn

Forms: ع عـ ـعـ ـع. Core sound: voiced throat sound.

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